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JOTW 36-2010

8 September 2010

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This is newsletter number 844.

“The will to win is worthless if you do not have the will to prepare.”

– Thane Yost

Welcome to the JOTW network. Today’s JOTW newsletter comes to you once again from our Global Operations center, where the JOTW staff is being paid holiday overtime pay to bring you this issue of the JOTW newsletter.

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*** From Pat Valdata:

Ned, I am passing this along for Donna Papacosta, who is beta-testing an new online workshop. Details at the link:

…looking for someone to write reviews for me. All of the reviews will be for health products, this includes weight loss and also sexual health (though nothing explicit)…. You will not actually have the products to review, so the appropriate websites should be fully digested so you are only writing relevant content… Each review must be written as if you had tried the product and whilst generally positive should also sound realistic.

Each article must be unique and pass copyscape.

[This is wonderful. Write phony reviews about things you don't get to review but only get to read the websites containing other reviews about the damn things.

And what is “copyscape”? What your writing looks like when viewed from the edge of the page?

Sigh

However, there is one cause for celebration, he did use “whilst” properly (I think). ]

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*** Let’s get to the jobs:

*** From Charlie Smith:

Hello Ned –

It's been a while, but I've sent quite a few job postings

to JOTW in the past, including one that brought me

Michael Klein. (Remember him? He's just moved to Copenhagen.)

I'm attaching a new one here in a Word file.

I hope it can be added to your list for next Monday.

Thank you,

– Charlie Smith

Charles L. Smith

Econometrica, Inc.

1.) SENIOR IT COMMUNICATIONS PROFESSIONAL, Econometrica, Bethesda, MD

Econometrica, Inc., a Bethesda, MD-based consulting firm, seeks an experienced IT communications professional for posting with a Federal Government IT office in Washington, DC, leading a $100 million IT transformation and business process change initiative. The Senior IT Communications Specialist is a full-time permanent position beginning on or about September 15. Requirements: strong writing/editing skills; demonstrated experience and ability working with large, complex IT organizations to gather information, create content, and distribute through various email, web, and print media both regularly recurring and special topic communications for internal and external audiences. Graphics creation and manipulation experience a plus.

Description The internship program presents a hands-on learning experience and is open to current and upcoming sophomores, juniors, seniors or graduate students at a college or university. Though uncompensated, the program would be eligible for externship status. The internship begins September 2010 and ends December 2010. The position is approximately 15-30 hours per week.

What you will be learning:

 How to execute various social media marketing campaigns.

 How to strategically implement marketing efforts in the social media venue.

 How to research and utilize key online strategies (Web sites, social networking, etc.).

The Armed Forces Services Corporation (AFSC) is seeking a Communications Manager. This is an opportunity for the right individual to fast track their career with a high growth organization. We are a unique government contracting firm that creates value to the defense industry’s leaders and system changers. We are engaged in complex federal government programs that benefit service members, veterans, and their families.

The Communications Manager of AFSC will be responsible for helping to shape and deliver the corporate strategy for internal and external communications. You will write internal communications in order to improve our corporate initiatives, create newsletters and identify social media opportunities related to our corporate and employment branding.

You will be provided oversight by our CEO and our President and will need to be able to balance this while providing communications support to our entire corporate organization and our global field teams.

You will need to be able to be a self starter and hands on player with an eye on every detail. You will play an integral part of AFSC's strategic growth and we will look to you to develop high quality written communications while imparting information effectively and clearly with those involved. You will have the ability to work in an extremely fast paced environment while balancing multiple projects, working both autonomously and with multiple teams.

You will be provided oversight by our CEO and our President and will need to be able to balance this while providing communications support to our entire corporate organization and our global field teams.

ABOUT AFSC: ALWAYS DELIVERING MORE

Spun out of a 130-year old nonprofit, Armed Forces Services Corporation today improves the lives of over 3 million Service Members, Veterans and Families. We handle the toughest and most vital human services– including direct support of surviving families and wounded warriors, suicide prevention and disability-rating appeals.

Our work environment is engaging, mission driven and committed to making a difference for our warriors and their families. We are results-oriented, hardworking and we value teamwork and mutual respect. We are known for taking the hardest jobs, and hiring the hardest working people. As a result, we have built AFSC into the most powerful company driving improvements for survivors, wounded, and the broader military community.

As a “double bottom-line” company, AFSC’s original Board of retired officers tracks both financial performance and mission impact. Every AFSC employee is hired and managed with a clear understanding of our mission focus, and our related promise to do “more”.

With no Business Development staff, our unparalleled growth and breadth of healthcare/human service contracts is a tribute to government clients with a true passion for improving lives with the military community. Our clients know they can trust they’ll always get the thorough processes/systems needed to keep government programs viable and “safe”, but they will also get a team committed to working harder, faster and more creatively to improve lives. From the first discussion as a job candidate, through orientation, training, assessments and compensation, every AFSC employee understands our commitment to AFSC’s legacy, and our related obligation to deliver more.

Requirements

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Execute and track progress for AFSC’s strategy as it pertains to a variety of corporate initiatives

• Participate in the origination and implementation of quality programs, surveys and improvement initiatives

• Assist in identifying opportunities and writing copy for social media messaging to attract the interest of future employees

• Maintain and enhance the AFSC website, keeping news, features and case studies up to date

• Provide proofreading and editorial support for proposal support as needed

• Manage relationships at all levels of the firm to provide communications counsel and guidance

REQUIREMENTS:

• Bachelors Degree in Marketing, Journalism, Communication or Liberal Arts. An advanced degree is not required

• Five years of experience in a marketing communications capacity with a strong emphasis on writing

• Ability to translate corporate goals and strategies into compelling messages, advertising and communications to be used internally and externally

• Strong organizational skills and effective in crisis situations

• Ability to multi task and prioritize with autonomy in a fast paced environment

• Adept at managing external vendors

• Demonstrated ability to understand, analyze and find new/relevant subjects to write about

WHAT'S ATTRACTIVE TO THE RIGHT CANDIDATE?

You will work with a team of leaders in their fields; professionals who are committed to their work and who are respectful and responsive to each other. We take our work very seriously, but we don't take ourselves too seriously.

You will be in a role which is critical in helping us meet our strategic objectives

You can be proud that your work makes a profound difference in the lives of our warriors and their families.

The physical requirements described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

General Office Demands:

• Must be able to operate general office equipment including but not limited to: computer, phones and related media and information devices on most or all workdays

• Ability to communicate and interact with others, both in person and/or by telephone to conduct business

• Working under time pressure

• Working rapidly for long periods to meet deadlines

• Must be able to travel as needed and adhere to AFSC travel policies and procedures.

• Physical requirements can typically be characterized as sedentary: work involves exerting up to 10 lbs. of force occasionally and/or a negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects.

The Aurora Campus Communications Specialist provides communications consulting and execution to enhance Aurora site communications strategies, support product line initiatives and execute community relations activities. The position reports to the Aurora Site Communications Manager.

Candidates must possess excellent writing skills, demonstrate communications consulting experience and excellent relationship building skills. The candidate must be a team player who is organized and thorough with the ability to think clearly and articulate ideas.

This role is responsible for:

Support execution of communication plans and programs for site events and identified product line initiatives.

Ability to work in a fast-paced, multi-tasking environment and achieve tangible business results

Flexibility to meet continuously changing priorities and deadlines

Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work with colleagues at multiple levels in the organization

Comfortable working independently and as part of a team

Raytheon is an equal opportunity employer and considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, age, disability, or Vietnam era, or other eligible veteran status, or any other protected factor.

Raytheon Company, with 2009 sales of $25 billion, is a technology and innovation leader specializing in defense, homeland security and other government markets throughout the world. With a history of innovation spanning 88 years, Raytheon provides state-of-the-art electronics, mission systems integration and other capabilities in the areas of sensing; effects; and command, control, communications and intelligence systems, as well as a broad range of mission support services. With headquarters in Waltham, Mass., Raytheon employs 75,000 people worldwide. At Raytheon Intelligence and Information Systems (IIS), we transform data into intelligence. As a leading systems and solutions provider of intelligence, security, and advanced information technologies to government customers in the United States and internationally, IIS provides the right knowledge at the right time, enabling our customers to make timely and accurate decisions to achieve mission goals of national significance. IIS employs more then 9,000 people worldwide with major hubs in the Mid Atlantic Region, Aurora, CO, and national Headquarters in Garland, TX, IIS generated $3.2 billion in 2009 revenues.

Thurgood Marshall Academy—a public charter high school located in the Anacostia neighborhood of Washington, D.C.—seeks a dedicated and qualified Grants Manager to join its Development team. Thurgood Marshall Academy has a proven track record of preparing students to succeed in college and to actively engage in our democratic society. The law-themed school combines a rigorous, standards-based curriculum with education about law, democracy, and human rights. Further information about the school may be found at http://www.thurgoodmarshallacademy.org

Just a quick note to let you know that we have a new opportunity with Deloitte Touche Tohmatsu Limited in Chicago that might be just right for a younger professional in your networks.

The position is on our business line communications team – a group of generalist communicators who assist leaders with communications strategy, planning and execution in a matrix reporting relationship between my team leads and their clients – Senior managers, partners, principles and directors of our global organization.

This is a rare opportunity for someone recently out of school to join our group. The position will be posted this weekend; in the meantime, I've pasted the position description below my signature to give any promising members of your network a chance to respond quickly. We have a sense of urgency to fill this role as it is a critical part of our global consulting team's communication priorities for the fall.

Please encourage anyone you know who might be interested and qualified to contact me directly by email with resume and cover letter, or apply at www.deloitte.com (see link below).

Best wishes to you all, and please feel free to contact me should you have any questions about the role. Thanks in advance for any leads you can offer – this is a great opportunity and I look forward to speaking with any candidates that you think might be a good match.

Deloitte Touche Tohmatsu Limited's (DTTL) Global Consulting business line supports our member firm consulting services through teams that provide knowledge management resources, leading edge methods and tools, and coaching and practical resources to improve the quality of consulting services. Global Consulting is seeking a Senior Associate to support the Services Quality practice in the creation of communications for client service practitioners worldwide.

About The Services Quality Practice

Services Quality is part of the overall Consulting Quality Management program being implemented across Deloitte Consulting. Services Quality promotes the consistency, reliability and efficiency of the services we deliver to our clients. Operating across all service areas, Services Quality makes available to all practitioners leading methods, estimators, standards and intellectual assets. To facilitate the use of these methods and tools, Services Quality practitioners provide coaching, review, training, and specialized support throughout the engagement lifecycle.

The Business Line Communications Senior Associate is responsible for the implementation of communications plans originating within a specific DTTL business line. This hands-on role works closely with Global Consulting staff to develop and refine content that drives change and positions their business lines for communications success. Senior Associates typically assist managers within their business lines by writing and editing content for email, print, online publications, and other communications vehicles.

As a member of the DTTL Business Line Communications team, the Senior Associate role offers the benefits of directly contributing to the success of our Global Consulting organization as a member of the Services Quality team while drawing upon a global communications team for performance management and career development. The Senior Associate role reports to the DTTL Business Line Communications team and maintains daily accountability to and a client service relationship with Global Consulting within a matrix management structure.

* Coach others within Services Quality on writing mechanics and style best practices, strategies and tactics

* Network effectively with Services Quality and DTTL Global Communications staff to facilitate expectations management and ability to leverage others' expertise to support quality of delivery.

Knowledge Sharing / Documentation

* Report to Global Consulting team on effectiveness of communications activities and plans monthly

* Identify opportunities to leverage messages or best practices in other Business Lines to improve content, quality and time to market for communications deliverables

* Share communications best practices and content with peers to maximize opportunities to reduce redundant messaging across organizations.

* Contribute to the success of the global DTTL Communications Hub through regular participation in discussions, sharing of best practices and development of resources contributing to the efficiency and effectiveness of global communications.

Education: BA/BS in communications, business administration, English or related fields

Years of Experience: 3-6

Technical Skills

* Strong writing and editing skills, with an emphasis on quickly developing high quality content for use in multiple communication channels including email, online and newsletters. Writing samples will be requested as part of the interview process

We are looking for a creative and energetic professional to join the Vancouver USA Regional Tourism Office. The Marketing Assistant provides principal support to the Marketing & Communications Manager. Depending on experience and qualifications this position will either be a full-time or part-time position.

To apply, please email your resume and cover letter to etownsend@VisitVancouverUSA.com. Include “Marketing Assistant” in the subject line. No phone calls please.

The Associate Director of Alumni Relations, Communications is primarily responsible for developing and managing a communications plan for the University’s alumni population, including use of University-sponsored communications outlets and Alumni Relations-sponsored communications outlets. This individual will plans and implement a strategic plan to support all facets of the programs sponsored by the Office of Alumni Relations (i.e., regional chapters, young alumni programs, reunions, student outreach, admissions volunteer program, alumni benefits and services, and the online community).

In performing these activities under the direction of the Assistant Vice President of Alumni Relations, the Associate Director will manage the online communication vehicles that the Office of Development and Alumni Relations uses to communicate with alumni primarily, and parents, employees and other constituencies of the university secondarily. This includes oversight of the daily operation of e-mail communications (including e-mail blasts and ongoing newsletters), developing and maintaining alumni web site and InCircle community content, staying abreast of current and new technologies, and building upon the programs that are in place to create a solid platform in the virtual world from which to increase the engagement level of all alumni. The Associate Director of Alumni Relations, Communications will assist in writing and proofing of all alumni-related pieces, regardless of delivery platform.

The Associate Director will also work with colleagues in Annual Giving, AU’s school and, colleges, Campus Life, and other units with alumni communication needs. The Associate Director will also work with the Director, Information Services and/or the Office of Information Technology to monitor and increase traffic to AU’s alumni web site, and to enhance our pool of alumni and donor e-mail addresses. The Associate Director of Alumni Relations, Communications, is also responsible for the establishment and maintenance of a policy that will manage all communications to alumni to ensure maximum effectiveness.

Educational Requirements:

Bachelor’s degree required

Minimum Requirements:

– At least two years of experience in writing

– Strong relevant technical background

– Strong writing, editing, and project management skills

– Attention to detail

– Ability to work independently in a fast-paced, deadline-oriented environment.

Career Developers, Inc is seeking a Director level Media/Public Relations professional for a 3 month consulting assignment that offers a strong possibility of conversion to a permanent position. Ideal candidate will be a highly motivated team player, with a minimum of 8 years of experience in media relations, journalism, PR or corporate communications. Bachelor's Degree in Public Relations and/or Journalism a must, Masters Degree preferred. If interested in learning more about this position, please send your salary requirements and resume as a Word attachment to jennie@careerdevelopers.com Director of Media Relations

JOB SUMMARY: Responsible for refining and executing media relations and public relations programs with the goal of publicizing company as an industry leader. Serve as an official spokesperson for the company. Provide communications counsel to senior management in support of the company's business objectives. Areas of focus include proactive and reactive press outreach and development of related materials, crisis communications support, development of collateral materials and a limited number of advertisements as well as oversight of external PR agencies. Enhance current PR programs to more favorably position the company to further business development objectives and plans. The geographical scope of responsibility includes North America with a focus on selected states in which the company has operations. The function will also provide support to media relations and communications activities in foreign markets.

More here: http://careerdevelopers.com/jobdescription.php?jobid=101851

Responsible and accountable for execution of all assigned photography projects ensuring they are consistent with the Brand and according to merchant requests. Manages/leads photo teams to ensure all photography is executed according to concept, on time and on budget. Contributes to concepting pre-season and in-season.

Responsible for leading shoot crew consisting of supermodels and high-level talent. Manages a team of 12 or more freelancers on a daily basis.

Responsible to consistently communicate back to the office when on shoots and stay connected to the business at all times

Responsible for all pre execution details and alignment with manager/Creative Director before shoot starts

Expected to partner with and facilitate/manage additional shoot crews for PR/Video requests/needs

Involved in conceptualizing and works with photo team to create seasonal photo direction boards for Direct business. Is accountable for idea generation for their specific projects and collaborates with team members to provide additional ideas where needed.

Partners with merchants to create photo strategies that support merchandising initiatives and business goals.

Pushes the reach, aspiration and look of the photography that supports VS core equities of sexy, sophisticated and forever young.

Partners with manager on photo production and talent allocation for assigned photo shoots.

Take your airline career to new heights by leading public relations and internal communications for US Airways’ Northeast region, from our international hub in Philadelphia International Airport.

The Sr. Manager for Corporate Communications oversees and directs the company's overall internal and external communication efforts within the assigned region. Coupled with serving as one of the Company's primary spokespersons and developing and implementing plans for maximizing positive media coverage of the company and for effectively communicating company issues to 35,000 employees.

Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement plans for gaining positive coverage of various company events/initiatives externally and internally; evaluate success of existing plans and recommend new tactics as necessary

• Manage the company's overall media relations; serve as one of the Company's spokespersons and respond to or direct staff to respond to all incoming media inquiries

• Serve as liaison between the region and Corporate Headquarters regarding external and internal communication issues

• May oversee organization and dissemination of press kits, ensuring all content is up to date, accurate and meets all external communication standards; monitor industry trends and adjust Company collateral as necessary

Computer literacy in Microsoft Office, Bacon’s, Factiva, and ability to learn new software applications as necessary

Some travel may be required; must be open to working additional hours as required by projects

About Us:

SunAmerica Financial Group is the fourth largest life insurance organization in the United States based on more than $221 billion of admitted assets as of September 30, 2009. It is comprised of several leading life insurance and retirement services businesses, including American General Life Companies, AGLA, VALIC, Western National Life Insurance Company, SunAmerica Retirement Markets, SunAmerica Mutual Funds, SunAmerica Affordable Housing Partners, FSC Securities, Royal Alliance and SagePoint Financial. The unified businesses, which comprise the domestic life and retirement services unit of AIG, offer a comprehensive suite of life insurance, retirement savings products and guaranteed income solutions through an established multi-channel distribution network that includes banks, national, regional and independent broker-dealers, career

This professional will manage the implementation of a totally integrated marketing plan multi-media entertainment company (the tiny kitchen) with a primary focus on a group of consumer tradeshow/expo events (The Metropolitan Cooking & Entertaining Show). The event consists of exhibits, presentation by nationally recognized entertainers and local talent in the culinary/entertainment field.

Must have experience in direct marketing of products and services to consumers (B to C, NOT B to B) utilizing traditional marketing and new social media tools. Prefer experience with consumer event promotion/marketing. A love of cooking and entertaining a big plus, should consider themselves a “foodie”.

This position is in Annandale, Virginia. NO Telecommuting and no relocation allowance is available

Job Requirements

MUST have EXTENSIVE experience in and proven track record of:

Marketing to Consumers (B to C, NOT B to B)

Developing and implementing a totally integrated marketing plan including promotion, publicity and public relations

Bucks County, PA! Are you social media savvy, enjoy writing, love Bucks County & lookin for an internship in a fun environment? Good News! Visit Bucks County is looking for an intern in our Communications Department! Email me your resume at MGreco@visitbuckscounty.com if you are interested.

Under the general direction of the Marketing and Communications Manager, this position has considerable responsibility for assisting in the development and execution of the UC Davis Undergraduate Admissions marketing and communications program. Duties include researching, writing, editing and producing clear and compelling communications pieces for print and web media; placement and coordination of advertisements and other marketing materials; coordination and management of print collateral and other communications pieces; and strategic analysis and development of strategic communication programs.

Summary: Conservation International (CI) is seeking a committed, responsible, energetic, and highly professional Executive Assistant to join our team. This individual will play a key administrative role, leading schedule coordination, arranging travel and meeting logistics, and preparing meeting materials for the Senior Vice President (SVP), Marketing + Communications. The Executive Assistant will represent the SVP both internally and externally, and therefore, must have good judgment and significant initiative across a broad spectrum of activities and situations. Because the SVP travels often to meet with global leaders, the Executive Assistant must be an independent and experienced assistant with strong organizational and interpersonal skills. Simultaneously, this person will be an integral part of an enthusiastic team in an interactive and outcome-oriented office.

Responsibilities:

The Executive Assistant will perform the following and other duties as assigned:

Assist the SVP regarding all administrative matters.

Develop, produce and edit correspondence for the SVP to include letters, memos, forms, policies and procedures.

Assist the SVP in the management of schedules and manage communications with a wide variety of constituents, including potential and existing donors.

On behalf of SVP, respond to e-mails and telephone calls as appropriate. Exercise utmost discretion regarding all communication.

Take minutes and keep records of selected staff meetings.

Update and maintain SVP’s daily schedule and calendar

Set up and coordinate meetings and conference calls, including on-site logistics.

The successful candidate will lead all the marketing communication functions, including public relations, event planning, and internet operations.

Public relations: Will work with an outside PR firm to execute the company’s PR strategy. Tasks include developing and managing an editorial calendar, coordinating in-person and over-the-phone briefings, monitoring media and internet articles of interest, targeting attractive speaking opportunities, and assisting in the preparation of press releases and presentation material.

Internet operations: Will work with an outside web development firm. Will oversee all aspects of the corporate websites, and will plan and execute e-marketing and social media operations as appropriate.

Event planning: Will plan and execute all events that Achates Power participates in, including conferences and trade shows.

Marketing and sales collateral: Will lead the effort in designing, writing, and printing marketing and sales collateral, including white papers and brochures.

Media tracking: Track references to Achates Power in the media and on the internet.

Minimum requirements

The ideal candidate will have a track record of success in marketing communications, including experience in each of the job functions described above. Bachelor degree or equivalent work experience is required.

Abilities required

The Marketing Communication Specialist must possess strong written and verbal communication skills. He or she should be highly organized, comfortable assuming a leadership role, and able to work well alone, with outside firms, and as part of a team.

Disclaimer

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this position. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. All personnel may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed. The nature of the duties will change as the company and its situation changes.

Please send your resume to jobs@achatespower.com

*** From Heather Murphy on the city beat:

Ned,

Best wishes for a safe and happy Labor Day weekend,

Heather

46.) Communications Officer, The City of Fayetteville, Fayetteville, NC

The closing date for applications is 11:59 pm Eastern time on Friday, September 10, 2010

Lernia is looking for a mid to senior level communications professional for a part-time employment position with our company (three days per week) in the Philadelphia suburbs area. Qualified candidates should their resume to delucac@lernia-ts.com. No phone calls please.

Job Summary

The Communications Specialist is responsible to:

• Provide strategic and tactical communications support to clients.

• Work with clients to determine and implement communication strategies.

Susquehanna University is a selective, residential, national liberal arts college that prepares students for achievement, leadership and service in a diverse and interconnected world. It is a strong and vibrant institution that recently concluded the celebration of its sesquicentennial. The past two decades in particular have included significant growth, development and innovation throughout the institution. A strong financial base, bolstered by enrollment growth and successful fundraising, supports ongoing strategic investment. The university is led by a respected president, a supportive board of trustees invested in institutional success, and a collaborative senior administrative team.

Boasting a strong liberal arts program enhanced by equally robust professional programs, the university offers more than 50 majors and minors in three schools: the School of Arts, Humanities and Communications, the School of Natural and Social Sciences, and the Sigmund Weis School of Business. Nearly 2,300 undergraduate men and women from 36 states, the District of Columbia and 13 countries call Susquehanna’s 306 acre campus “home.” Located in the scenic Susquehanna River Valley town of Selinsgrove, the campus is within an hour of the state capital of Harrisburg, as well close driving distance to New York City, Philadelphia, Baltimore and Washington, DC.

The Chief Communications Officer will be responsible for planning, initiating and implementing the university’s overall marketing, brand management, public relations and communications activities to expand Susquehanna University’s reputation as a national exemplar of undergraduate education throughout Pennsylvania, the Mid-Atlantic region, and the United States. As a member of the senior administrative team, this individual will not only supervise the Office of University Communications, but will also be charged with working collaboratively with all institutional units to champion integrated communications.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

o Construct the strategic plan for and lead the implementation of the university’s overall marketing, brand management, public relations and communications activities.

o Manage the Office of University Communications staff in the implementation of the strategic communications plan, providing hands-on support when necessary.

o Apply market research and data-driven analyses to communications plans as a tool to evaluate the effective achievement of goals and objectives.

o Champion integrated communications by all communities and groups within the university, through working collaboratively alongside and providing counsel to all university stakeholders. This includes the president, provost, vice presidents, deans, faculty and trustees.

o Sustain open communication channels both within the university community and between the university and the greater Selinsgrove community.

o Support the crisis communications plan that ensures that public statements are delivered and trust in the university is maintained. This includes serving as the university spokesperson in time of crisis.

o Recruit, develop, and evaluate staff.

REQUIREMENTS:

o Bachelor’s degree required. Advanced degree preferred.

o Minimum of eight years experience in employing a multitude of communications tactics to advance complex institutional strategies.

o Demonstrated ability to manage, coach, and evaluate staff.

o Thorough knowledge of and experience in strategic integrated communications and brand planning.

o Persuasive written and oral communication skills.

o Ability to interact effectively in a highly collaborative environment.

Susquehanna University is committed to creating a more diverse community. The university encourages candidates from historically underrepresented groups to apply. Susquehanna University is an EO/AA employer.

For more information, please contact Heyman Associates:

T.R. Straub

Associate

212-784-2707

trstraub@heymanassociates.com

52.) External Communications Coordinator, Voices for Children of San Antonio, San Antonio, Texas

Voices for Children is a research and advocacy organization committed to improving the quality of life for San Antonio’s children through strategic planning, research, advocacy and action. Voices is looking for an External Communications Coordinator with proven expertise in the areas of marketing, media, communications and a passion for the issues that impact the children in our community.

General Description:

The External Communications Coordinator supports the Executive Director and Voices for Children in ensuring that all messaging is consistent with the work and mission of the organization.

Responsibilities:

Manage website and other social media outlets

Manage media rapid response to issues related to child well-being. Draft letters to the editor and communicate regularly with media to build relationships. Plan and assist with periodic press conferences to highlight children's issues or new data release.

Engage in public relations/relationship-building with stakeholder groups including service providers, families, policy makers, funders and other centers of influence

This position is responsible for leading employee communications for our approximately 18,000 employees in the East Region. The leader will develop and implement communications strategies and tactics to educate and engage our employees in the Region’s goals, mission and ultimate success. This environment requires a dynamic approach that encourages open, two-way dialogue among all employees, in particular between front-line and management personnel. This role will be instrumental in ensuring that all employees have easy access to the information they need to effectively do their jobs.

In addition to strong communications skills, the successful candidate has a proven track record of leading dynamic and cross-functional teams, managing a budget, advising executives and understanding operational imperatives.

DUTIES/OBJECTIVES:

• Develops and executes strategies and plans to promote effective communications among all employees.

• By acting as the communications liaison between management and employees, helps increase employee morale and productivity by enhancing understanding of key company strategies and each employee's role in achieving company goals.

• Continually evaluates the state of internal communications and the overall understanding of company strategies and direction, and makes strategic recommendations and action plans for improvement.

• Counsels leadership at all levels on importance of frequent, open communication and inserts employee communications considerations into planning of all major regional initiatives, events and announcements.

• Oversee communications tools including intranet, e-newsletters, regional announcements and other materials geared to employees. Evaluate and implement new communications vehicles and technology that enhance the company’s communications with employees.

• Evaluates and employs new media and communications channels to ensure ongoing effectiveness of communications throughout all levels of the organization.

• Partners with other departments such as Learning and Development, HR, Marketing and Operations to provide supervisors and other managers with appropriate messages, tools and training to help them be effective communicators.

This position is responsible for leading public relations for the East Region, which serves more than six million customers in New York, New England and the Carolinas. Specifically, this position will lead public relations strategy and execution throughout the East Region and serve as the regional spokesperson. This leader will work closely with local market communicators to ensure consistent, effective and proactive communications across the region.

In addition to strong communications skills, the successful candidate has a proven track record of leading dynamic and cross-functional teams, managing a budget, advising executives and understanding operational imperatives.

DUTIES/OBJECTIVES:

• Develops and implements proactive public relations programs designed to advance TWC’s residential and commercial business objectives across the region.

• Collaborates closely with other communications team members to maximize publicity opportunities within all local operations.

This position is responsible for managing and leading communications for the Carolinas, which serves more than two million customers in North and South Carolina. Specifically, this leader oversees local public relations strategy and execution; community relations/strategic philanthropic strategy, programs, relationships and activities; employee volunteerism; and local area employee communications. This leader manages communications personnel in areas throughout the Carolinas, and works closely with regional public relations and employee communications leaders to ensure consistent, effective communications to all audiences. This leader will also work closely with other

functional areas to ensure strong communications involvement and support and communications counsel at the local level.

In addition to strong communications skills, the successful candidate has experience leading dynamic and cross-functional teams, managing a budget, advising executives and understanding operational imperatives.

DUTIES/OBJECTIVES:

• Manages local communications team members throughout Carolinas.

• Develops and implements public relations programs designed to advance TWC’s business objectives and emphasize localism.

• Collaborates with community-based organizations and programmers on community initiatives that align with the Company’s national philanthropic strategy and brand, ensuring maximum positive exposure for the Company.

• Designs and manages employee volunteerism opportunities.

• Partners with Marketing, HR and other departments to disseminate important business information in a timely, clear manner.

• Oversees local employee communications tools and resources to ensure that employees have information necessary to do their jobs.

• Builds and maintains relationships with key community leaders and business partners in the Carolinas.

• Works with local communications staff and other regional team members to manage projects within department budget.

• Leads crisis communications around local issues as necessary.

• Provides advice and assistance to other company representatives in their presentation of information to the public or media.

This position is responsible for managing and leading communications for the Northeast, which serves more than two million customers in Upstate New York, Maine, New Hampshire and Massachusetts. Specifically, this leader oversees local public relations strategy and execution; community relations/strategic philanthropic strategy, programs, relationships and activities; employee volunteerism; and local area employee communications. This leader manages communications personnel in areas throughout the Northeast, and works closely with regional public relations and employee communications leaders to ensure consistent, effective communications to all audiences. This leader will also work closely with other functional areas to ensure strong communications involvement and support and communications counsel at the local level.

In addition to strong communications skills, the successful candidate has experience leading dynamic and cross-functional teams, managing a budget, advising executives and understanding operational imperatives.

DUTIES/OBJECTIVES:

• Manages local communications team members throughout the Northeast.

• Develops and implements public relations programs designed to advance TWC’s business objectives and emphasize localism.

• Collaborates with community-based organizations and programmers on community initiatives that align with the Company’s national philanthropic strategy and brand, ensuring maximum positive exposure for the Company.

• Designs and manages employee volunteerism opportunities.

• Partners with Marketing, HR and other departments to disseminate important business information in a timely, clear manner.

• Oversees local employee communications tools and resources to ensure that employees have information necessary to do their jobs.

• Builds and maintains relationships with key community leaders and business partners in the Northeast.

• Works with local communications staff and other regional team members to manage projects within department budget.

• Leads crisis communications around local issues as necessary.

• Provides advice and assistance to other company representatives in their presentation of information to the public or media.

Time Warner Cable currently seeks a Communications Manager for our Regional Communications Department. Below please find a brief description of the essential duties and responsibilities required to function successfully in this position.

Position Summary

The Regional Communications Manager will work to develop and implement internal communication strategies to ensure the internal audience is properly educated on Company initiatives and news for them to perform their day to day duties. Along with internal communications, the Manager will focus on keeping internal communications tools (i.e. internal websites) up to date with all current Texas Region news.

Essential Job Functions:

• Work with Senior Leadership to develop press releases, press kits, white papers, media statements, monitor media coverage of the company, distribute articles to employees, develop media reports for the Senior Team as directed by the Regional VP of Communications and the Regional Communications Director

• Manage internal communications to ensure that all Time Warner Cable employees are notified of company initiative via e-mail, internet, intranet, newsletters, message boards, and any other means necessary as determined by the VP of Communications.

• Track and monitor key messages from competitors and key audiences to assist in the development of a strategic communications plan.

The ideal candidate for position will have a bachelors degree in a communications area and 8+ years experience in crises communications. Experience at a branded consumer products or food manufacturing company is preferred. You will posses the ability to remain calm and focused under pressure and have the ability to excel in a changing communications environment.

If you or someone you know feel that you fit these requirements, please contact me directly or apply on our web site www.torchgroup.com. Please feel free to pass this opportunity along to your network.

A well established company is seeks to employ an experienced external communications co-ordinator The successful candidate will be responsible for all the communications templates, admin and branding.

In order to process your application and direct your application to the correct consultant – visit our website www.bridgena.co.za and apply online (very short application to be filled in) and attach a copy of your cv – Remember to use the Reference number or copy and paste the following link into your address bar :

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Matric/Grade 12

English and Afrikaans on Higher Grade

Computer literate

Communication Science Honours Degree/Equivalent

Two to four years experience

Excellent administration skills

Writing skills

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67.) Marketing/Communications Manager, Oregon Zoo, Portland, Oregon

Application deadline: September 16, 2010

The Marketing/Communication Manager provides leadership and strategic direction for all marketing, public relations and special events at the Oregon Zoo. This position will provide a multi-year strategy that drives the zoo’s mission, annual goals and attendance. The Marketing/Communications Manager oversees and coordinates various departmental functions, including creation and implementation of marketing, communications and special events programming, and ensures positive and productive relationships with media, community leaders and the public. Responsibilities also include oversight of the graphic design staff which is responsible for creating park signage and artwork. The position will ensure a coordinated, integrated program of timely promotions, special events, publications, advertising, website/social media and public relations. Leads strategic planning and implementation for zoo and marketing initiatives and provides direct supervision to department personnel. Develops and implements departmental budget. Reports to the Zoo Director.

To apply:

Please visit our web site at: www.oregonmetro.gov/jobs for the complete job announcement and a description of the application process.

The Director of Internal Communication designs and manages executive and associate communication strategies and tactics, with particular attention to ongoing strategic counsel, planning and coaching for top-level executives. This role is the lead message developer, communication consultant, change counselor and campaign manager for all major internal communication initiatives in pursuit of Limited Brands business goals.

In addition, the individual serves as a supervisor/manager/coach for Internal Communications team members and partners, and serves as a conduit for an enterprise-wide network of communicators, as well as external communication partners, including media and investor relations. Specific responsibilities

Strategy

– Serves as communications strategist for two-way communication program that builds

associate understanding of business goals and strategies and how associates support

achievement of those strategic goals.

– Develops message framework and communication approach to support business agenda

and specific, high-profile and complex initiatives.

– Ensures alignment with and understanding of enterprise/business/initiative goals, objectives to ensure communications and change management strategies integrate with and support

Aspire is a leader in services for children and adults with developmental disabilities and their families throughout Chicagoland. Whether Aspire helps a child take her first steps, assists an adult to find his first job or supports a young adult as she moves into her new home, Aspire's goal is always the same – helping people with developmental disabilities reach a little farther, a little higher and aspire to new possibilities.

Aspire serves more than 1,000 children and adults at 24 locations in the western suburbs of Chicago. With a current budget of $16 million and 400 staff, the agency has a strong reputation for nationally recognized, innovative programs. Aspire was recently featured on the TODAY show as a “local not-for-profit doing amazing things”. Aspire's advancement department has achieved significant accomplishments recently – increased private support, a dynamic new brand, the launch of an exciting social enterprise – and is poised to grow the organization's development efforts.

For more information on Aspire visit www.aspireofillinois.org.

Job Overview

Aspire, a leading Chicago-area nonprofit helping children and adults with disabilities, seeks Associate Director for Advancement. Aspire, featured on the TODAY show, has achieved major accomplishments and is poised to grow the development efforts.

Job Description

The Associate Director for Advancement is a new position that will play a key role in strategic development and execution of Aspire's short-term and long-term advancement efforts. Working with the Vice President for Advancement, the Associate Director will ensure the achievement of annual fund raising goals while building the department's development activities. The Associate Director will oversee effective and efficient advancement operations and provide direct supervision to members of Aspire's advancement team.

Specific Responsibilities include:

Development and Planning

* With the Vice President for Advancement, develop and drive annual and multi-year plans to achieve the advancement department's strategic development goals and grow the Aspire's advancement activities.

The Associate Director will be an energetic, self-directed individual with a creative approach to fund raising and staff leadership with proven experience. Qualified candidates will have five-plus years of relevant experience in development, preferably in the human services arena. A bachelor degree is required, advanced degree is a plus.

Desired Qualifications:

* Solid understanding and proven experience with fund raising principles, donor cultivation and stewardship, and building relationships with foundations/corporations.

* Strong organizational skills and time and project management skills with an ability to work independently and also with teams.

* Notable supervisory and team building experience, combined strong interpersonal and relationship building skills.

Operating in 14 countries, Tesco is the world’s third largest retailer, serving more than 30 million customers a week and employing over 470,000 people. From carrots to computers, from banking to broadband, from Shanghai to San Diego, it’s about much more than the weekly shop.

We’re looking for a digital media enthusiast to work as part of our Internal Communications team for one of the UK’s most interesting businesses. Working in a fast-paced environment, you will champion digital media channels, proactively identifying innovative solutions for communicating with staff. You'll use your communication and digital media skills to help us deliver simple, timely and effective communications for our diverse range of employees. You will have previous digital communications experience, a proven ability to build effective working relationships with a broad range of people and be an excellent team player.

In joining Tesco you will have exciting opportunities to further your career with a company that has a strong commitment to developing its people.

To apply, please contact Rebecca Tarry at VMA Group on rtarry@vmagroup.com or 020 7436 4243, quoting reference number RT1007-66

All direct and third party applications will be forwarded to VMA Group.

As the leading specialist consultancy in PR and communications recruitment, VMA Group has the largest number of communications opportunities across the UK.

To view all our current vacancies, please visit our website at www.vmagroup.com.

Senior appointments are handled by our Search team who can be contacted on 020 7436 4243 or www.vmagroup.com

VMA is committed to equal opportunities and is a Diversity Pledged Recruiter.

The core responsibility of the Executive Director (ED) is to provide leadership to Wolf Haven International in liaison with the Board of Directors. The ED is responsible for program operations, overall revenue generation, financial management, organizational development, staff management, and coordinating strategic planning with the Board of Directors. Key programs encompass the sanctuary for captive-bred wolves, education, and conservation. The role often involves working alone and with others to create and develop events, strategies, and organization enhancements designed to raise public awareness of WHI’s mission and vision, and to help secure the future of the organization. Guidance and oversight is provided by the Board of Directors. Current priorities are in the areas of development and management of fiscal resources to ensure maintenance and further development of programs supporting the mission of WHI.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Understands Wolf Haven’s mission and how each of our programs supports that mission.

• Cultivates a strong partnership with the Board of Directors in setting policies consistent with the mission and vision of WHI.

• Manages all fund development activities, including grant writing, cultivation and stewardship of donors, event planning, and identifying new resources. Actively seeks and maintains a diverse donor base of individual, business, foundation and government segments, including overseeing the development of major giving and capital improvement campaigns.

• Oversees and prepares the annual budget and other necessary financial documents. Provides information to the Board in its budgetary review and approval process.

• Ensures that financial policies, procedures, and systems are in place to manage funds and make regular reports to the Finance Committee and the full Board of Directors.

• Manages resources to ensure the organization’s financial stability over the short and long term.

• Leads, motivates and supervises staff so that they promote programs to attain WHI’s goals and objectives, as identified by the Board and staff.

• Ensures that the organization’s staff has the skills appropriate to their respective positions by focusing on hiring, ongoing staff development, performance management, compensation and benefits.

• Assures that employment policies are adhered to in all employment practices and partners with WHI Board to implement any changes.

• Maintains high standards of professionalism.

• Promotes WHI’s visibility and welfare through membership and participation in community organizations, and by participating in activities that are aligned with WHI’s mission and vision.

• Advocates at the local, state, and national level for WHI’s goals.

• In coordination with the Board, develops a strategic marketing plan that provides a clear and concise message. Oversees the execution of marketing and media relations.

DESIRED QUALITIES:

• Experience serving as a senior administrator for a nonprofit organization.

• Decisive leader who can set goals, develop short and long range plans, and prioritize tasks.

• Demonstrated knowledge of conservation and commitment to improve the environment.

• Demonstrated record of successful fiscal management of an entity.

• Substantial, successful record in fundraising from foundations, corporations and individual donors including major donor fundraising.

• Strategic thinker who researches, solicits input and considers all facets of a problem or situation.

The following questions provide you with the opportunity to further acquaint the Wolf Haven Board of Directors with your qualifications, allowing the Board insight into the potential fit of your skills with the responsibilities of the Executive Director.

1. You will be accountable for the development and maintenance of a balanced operating budget while moving the organization forward to achieve the growth and change required within the rapidly changing non-profit environment. What skill sets do you bring to achieve organization expansion and responsible stewardship of assets?

2. You will often be the voice and face of Wolf Haven International within the community, forming and maintaining critical partnerships with businesses, organizations and agencies. What specific professional experiences do you bring to the job that relate to coalition building?

3. You will direct outreach efforts to expand and retain the Wolf Haven International membership base. What specific outreach and marketing/fundraising experiences do you bring to the position?

4. You must provide leadership to the staff and volunteers, articulate the Wolf Haven vision to them, and promote motivation, creativity and trust. What specific life skills do you bring to the job that will assist in achieving success in these areas?

5. What additional specific skills will you provide to meet organizational needs?

Job Description: A field research assistant is needed for 6 months to assist with population surveys and monitoring of gopher tortoises at Avon Park Air Force Range, a 106,000-acre military reserve located in south-central Florida, approximately 1 hour from Archbold Biological Station. The gopher tortoise field assistant will work 40 hrs per week. Although there will be one other seasonal technician working on-site (on a different project), this position will principally involve working independently in the field. Duties include radio telemetry, using GPS to record tortoise and burrow locations, scoping of burrows to determine occupancy, collection of data related to population demographics, possible trapping of tortoises for marking and transmitter attachment, and assistance with data entry.

Shared on-site housing is provided (NO PETS).

Qualifications: Minimum qualifications: A Bachelor s degree in biology, wildlife science, or a related field; enthusiasm for fieldwork and reptiles; highly motivated and detail-oriented; ability to work independently in the field and to tolerate long hours, inclement weather, and biting insects. Familiarity with herpetofauna of the southeastern Coastal Plain and experience with reptile sampling methods are preferred but not essential.

Applicants should send a letter of interest and resume with names, phone numbers, and email addresses of three references via email to Dr. Traci Castellón (tcastellon@archbold-station.org). Please indicate 'field assistant' in the subject heading. Review of applications will begin immediately. Preference will be given to applicants available to start during the first week of October 2010.

Salary: $8.00-9.50 per hour depending on experience

Last Date to apply: September 10, 2010

Website: http://www.archbold-station.org/abs/index.htm

Contact: Dr. Traci Castellon

E-mail: tcastellon@archbold-station.org(Preferred)

Phone: 863-452-4164

http://www.wfsc.tamu.edu/jobboard/display.cfm?Jobno=23373

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Six pirates armed with guns, knives and steel rods boarded a tanker underway. They entered the bridge and took hostage three crew members and tied up their hands. The pirates also took hostage master when he opened his cabin door. Pirates stole ships cash, crew and ship's properties before escaping.

While at anchor, alarm for forecastle watertight doors was activated indicating that they had been opened. Investigation carried out revealed forecastle store door was broke open and ships stores and properties stolen. The whole incident was unnoticed.

Six pirates armed with guns and long knives boarded a tanker underway. They entered the bridge and took the D/O and A/B hostage. One pirate remained on the bridge to guard the D/O. The others took the A/B to the captain’s cabin and stole ships cash and other items. The pirates also ransacked the C/E cabin. The deck anti piracy crew noticed the pirate’s craft and raised the alarm. All crew mustered with anti-piracy weapons. The pirates took hostage the C/E as hostage, tied him at the guardrail and escaped.

Six pirates armed with long knives boarded a bulk carrier underway. They took hostage bridge duty crew and went to master’s cabin and damaged the cabin door. Master raised alarm and all crew mustered and approached the master’s cabin. Pirates stole ship’s properties and escaped.

28.08.2010: 0800 UTC: Posn: 13:31.9N – 049:58.2E, Gulf of Aden.

Eight pirates armed with automatic guns in a high speed boat chased a cement carrier underway with intent to hijack. Master raised alarm, activated SSAS, increased speed, took evasive manoeuvres, contacted warship for assistance and activated fire hoses. The pirates fired at the bridge from a distance of 200 metres. Master continued with the evasive manoeuvres until the pirates aborted the attack. An aircraft and a helicopter searched the area. No injuries to crew.

Ten robbers armed with AK47 and knives boarded a container ship at anchor. The duty AB and the 2/O were attacked and taken as hostage to master’s cabin where they stole ship’s cash. After the attack, master heaved anchor and shifted away from the coast.

22.08.2010: 0410 UTC: Posn: 13:26.1N – 049:41.6E: Gulf of Aden.

Five pirates armed with weapons in a skiff chased a container ship underway. The skiffs matched the ships speed of 20knots and came as close as 200 meters. Ship proceeded at maximum speed, raised alarm, warned ships in the vicinity and reported to authorities and warship for assistance. Later the skiff aborted and moved away.

Six robbers armed with long knives in a small wooden boat approached a berthed product tanker berthed. Two of the robbers boarded the tanker and stole ship's stores. Duty crew sighted them and raised alarm. Robbers jumped overboard and escaped. Port control informed.

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